iSeries Mainframe Infrastructure Engineer Expert

About AXA

As a world-leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working for 105 million customers, we've created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we're nurturing a culture of respect, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you'll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You'll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.

About the entity

AXA is becoming a sustainable tech-led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation. 

We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution.

We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.

At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:

• State-of-the-art Data Technology to drive customer experience
• State-of-the-art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
• High-Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities

Job position pitch

About the job

Job purpose

The Iseries Expert will be responsible for managing, maintaining and optimizing our Iseries systems to ensure reliability, security and performance.

The successful candidate will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving any technical issues that may arise in the Iseries environment.

In addition, the Iseries expert will play a key role in collaborating with other teams and stakeholders to understand and meet business needs related to Iseries systems.

Management and maintenance of AS400 systems and associated infrastructure:

• Optimize Iseries performance and ensure system reliability in an international context.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems in the Iseries environment.
• Keep the operating system up to date on all partitions.
• Ensure compliance with group security, quality and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to meet business needs related to Iseries systems.
• Provide technical expertise and support to ensure the efficient operation of Iseries systems.

Expected skills & experience

We are looking for someone with the following experience and skills:

Technical skills

• Mastery of administration and management of Iseries systems and associated peripherals (HMC, VIOS, VTL, Storage Bay).

• Experience of Power, operating systems and connected software.

• Solid understanding of Iseries security, performance optimization and backup/recovery procedures.

• Knowledge of programming languages commonly used in Iseries environments, such as RPG, CL, SQL.

• Knowledge of the integration of Iseries systems with other technologies and platforms.

Soft skills / transversal skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders.

• Problem solving and analytical skills as an Iseries expert and level 3 support.

• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and skills.

• Knowledge of silva is a plus.

• The ideal candidate is fluent in English and French and has a proven track record in managing and supporting Iseries systems.

• Managing L3 level documentation of Infrastructure.

• Coordination with service provider for L1/L2 support. Review/Creation of standard operating procedures documentation for L2 to execute BAU task.

• This Paris-based position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment, and to contribute to the ongoing success of our Iseries infrastructure.

What we offer

We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we're committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.